BBC defends investigation of Kenya child-sex trafficking after 'hoax' claims

The BBC has defended its investigation into child sex trafficking in Kenya, which faced criticism from senior Kenyan politicians for allegedly being a "hoax." The broadcaster stated that the exposé was in the "public interest" and that the investigation was carried out with due diligence. The report, which aired on the BBC's Panorama program, uncovered evidence of a trafficking network that exploited children for sexual purposes. The investigation led to the arrest of several individuals allegedly involved in the trafficking ring. Kenyan officials had accused the BBC of fabricating the story, but the broadcaster has maintained that the evidence gathered during the investigation was genuine and that the report was an important step in addressing the issue of child exploitation in the country. The BBC's defense of the investigation underscores the importance of investigative journalism in uncovering and addressing social issues, even in the face of criticism or political pressure.